Barbell Walking Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Barbell Lunge, Walking Barbell Lunge
How to: Barbell Walking Lunge
- Stand upright with a barbell resting on your shoulders.
- Step forward with one leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at a 90-degree angle.
- The back knee should hover just above the ground, and the front knee should be directly above the ankle.
- Push back up to the starting position and repeat on the other leg.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the front knee go over the toes.
- Leaning forward instead of keeping the torso upright.
- Not taking a long enough step.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights or perform the exercise without weights.
- Perform a static lunge if balance is a concern.
Tips
- Keep your torso straight and shoulders back.
- Ensure your front knee does not extend past your toes.
- Push through your front heel to return to the starting position.
Barbell Walking Lunge Alternatives
Tags
legs
quads
strength
barbell
lunges
fitness